Brian Wood

Provides port managing services

Distributes electricity

Abley Transportation Consultants Ltd. is a specialist transport consultancy offering data-driven solutions locally and internationally. The private company is based in Christchurch, New Zealand. The New Zealander company's multidisciplinary services include transport planning and strategy, road safety, transport design and engineering, community and place-making, land development support, and digital and spatial technology integration. Abley develops specialized products to enhance transport safety, sustainability, and efficiency, such as tools for measuring commuting emissions, identifying road safety risks, and providing detailed traffic and mobility data. The company partners with data providers to deliver comprehensive transport and traffic data solutions, emphasizing proactive safety measures and evidence-based decision-making. The company's approach integrates community engagement, sustainability, social responsibility, and quality assurance, supported by a governance framework. Abley shares knowledge through research, insights, webinars, and projects to advance transport innovation, road safety, and sustainable mobility.

Westport Harbour Ltd. operates a harbour, providing pilotage, towage, berthage, and comprehensive marine services. Mariners are advised to obtain detailed weather, tide, wind, river flow, and bar sounding information before crossing the Westport bar. The private company is based in Westport, New Zealand. The New Zealander company emphasizes safety and communication in its operations, requiring all vessels to use VHF channel 14 and make mandatory calls when approaching or leaving the bar. The harbour highlights vessel stability considerations and provides navigation bylaws, health and safety guidelines, and safety notices to support safe harbour use. Additional resources include port user application forms, security card entry information, real-time webcam images of the Buller River mouth, and links to related local services.